2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1993 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Hyundai Scoupe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 828 kg more than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1993 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Model | Santa Fe | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
